Brother HL-L2350DW vs Lexmark MS331dn
Lexmark MS331dn is both cheaper to buy and cheaper to run — the straightforward pick for most buyers.
Cost to run
| Total cost of ownership | Brother HL-L2350DW | Lexmark MS331dn |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | $494 | $470 |
| After 2 years | $688 | $663 |
| After 3 years | $882 | $856 |
Lexmark MS331dn is cheaper to buy and cheaper to run, so it stays the lower total cost at every volume.
Specs compared
| Spec | Brother HL-L2350DW | Lexmark MS331dn |
|---|---|---|
| Print technology | laser | laser |
| Color support | mono | mono |
| Device type | single-function | single-function |
| Functions | ||
| Print speed (mono) | — | 40 ppm |
| Resolution | 2400 x 600 | Black: 2400 IQ (2400 x 600 dpi), 600 x 600 dpi |
| Duty cycle (monthly) | 15,000 pages | 50,000 pages |
| Recommended volume | 2,000 pages/mo | 5,000 pages/mo |
| Automatic duplex | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic document feeder | No | No |
| Display | — | 2-line All Points Addressable (APA) monochrome LCD display |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | No |
| Ethernet | No | Yes |
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Paper sizes | Letter, Legal | Letter, Legal, A4 |
| Weight (kg) | 7.21 | 9.34 |
Cartridges & running cost
Brother HL-L2350DW
Cheapest to run: High-yield Toner, Black, Yields approx. 3,000 pages‡ — $97.00 · 3.2¢/page · 3,000pg yield
Lexmark MS331dn
Cheapest to run: Lexmark MS/MX331, 431, MX432 Return Program 3K Toner Cartridge — $96.43 · 3.2¢/page · 3,000pg yield
Which should you buy?
- High-volume or cost-conscious printing: Lexmark MS331dn — about 1% lower cost per page (3.2¢ vs 3.2¢).
- A lower upfront budget: Lexmark MS331dn — $22 less to buy.
Where to buy
Brother HL-L2350DWBuy — $299.99
Lexmark MS331dnBuy — $277.59
Compare with other models
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper to run, the Brother HL-L2350DW or the Lexmark MS331dn?
- The Lexmark MS331dn — its cheapest black cartridge works out about 1% cheaper per page (3.2¢ vs 3.2¢ mono).
- Which costs less to buy, the Brother HL-L2350DW or the Lexmark MS331dn?
- The Lexmark MS331dn is about $22 cheaper upfront based on current prices.
- What are the main differences between the Brother HL-L2350DW and the Lexmark MS331dn?
- Resolution: Brother HL-L2350DW 2400 x 600, Lexmark MS331dn Black: 2400 IQ (2400 x 600 dpi), 600 x 600 dpi. Duty cycle (monthly): Brother HL-L2350DW 15,000 pages, Lexmark MS331dn 50,000 pages. Recommended volume: Brother HL-L2350DW 2,000 pages/mo, Lexmark MS331dn 5,000 pages/mo. Wi-Fi: Brother HL-L2350DW Yes, Lexmark MS331dn No.